THE TRUTH

"The truth is that in today's economy, it is far riskier to abandon your creative passion than to follow it. The transition from the industrial to the electronic or information economy and the rise of the global marketplace has displaced millions and left many more anxious about their economic futures. They understand that they can no longer rely on their employers to provide them with jobs they can count on. For many, the golden handcuffs have been replaced by the golden handshake. Increasingly today, the secure job is a thing of the past. The only lasting security for the individual lies in his or her ability to find or create work. Clearly, the dramatic transformations within the economy demand that we take greater control over our work lives or risk getting lost in the shuffle. [...]

In the new economy, those who pursue their creative passions will have a tremendous edge. They will have a powerful and lasting source of motivation to grow and take the steps necessary to succeed. On the other hand, those who rely on their employers to take care of them may well find themselves out in the cold."

How to find the work you love, Laurence G. Boldt, pp 28-30